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SOCA & CARIBBEAN RHYTHMS

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March 2026

SOCA & CARIBBEAN RHYTHMS

Monday, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM

Facilitator: Michael Mortley

This dance workshop series is part of Jamii’s March Cycle and reflects the 2026 theme, It Feels Right. Led by Michael Mortley, this dancing workshop series explores Soca and Caribbean movement as expressions of rhythm, culture, and collective joy. Participants are invited to move with energy, curiosity, and presence while connecting to music rooted in Caribbean traditions.


Across five sessions, participants build endurance, coordination, and musical awareness through dynamic movement sequences inspired by Soca and Calypso. The workshop welcomes a wide range of bodies and abilities, with seated movement options available for those who need them. The focus is on moving with intention, finding your own rhythm, and sharing space with others through dance.


This workshop is open to all movement levels and abilities. No previous dance experience is required. Come ready to move, create, connect, and have fun.


Workshops are free for participants. Registration is required, and space is limited.


Support free community arts

Jamii keeps workshops free so everyone can take part, without financial barriers. If you’re able, you can support our $15 for 15 Years campaign and help us reach $15,000 by December 15 for Jamii’s future programs at The Jamii Hub. Your donation moves the goal forward and is eligible for a charitable tax receipt. Donate here now.


Jamii’s Cycle Programs are sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts, Toronto Arts Council, TD Ready Commitment, Metcalf Foundation, Rama Gaming House, and Charitable Gaming.

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Photos by Hadeal Karrar

Photo by Jae Yang

MICHAEL MORTLEY


Michael Mortley is a multidisciplinary movement artist, educator, and choreographer with formal training from the University of Trinidad and Tobago and the Beijing Dance Academy. His practice spans Caribbean folk, contemporary, ballet, and global movement forms, and his teaching reflects a deep commitment to cultural storytelling through the body.

Upcoming Dates
UPCOMING DATES

Participants must register separately for each workshop session they wish to attend.

  • March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series
    March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series
    Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
    The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada
    Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration.
  • March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series
    March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series
    Mar 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
    The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada
    Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration.
  • March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series
    March Cycle - Dancing Workshop Series
    Mar 30, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
    The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada
    Move with energy and joy in this high-energy Soca dance series. All levels welcome. Seating option available. Free to attend with registration.

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The Jamii Hub - 264 The Esplanade M5A 4J6 Toronto ON

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We acknowledge the land we are meeting on is the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. We also acknowledge that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit.

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